With the release of SQL Server 2008 around the corner, mainstream support for SQL Server 2000 will expire by April 8, 2008. Therefore, start planning your upgrade or migration strategy, otherwise expect to pay up to 50K for an extended support contract on the legacy SQL Server 2000 product.
For more information on Microsoft’s Support Lifecycle for SQL Server 2000 view this link.
https://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/?LN=en-us&p1=2852&x=17&y=10
